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10 Node.js 24 features you’re probably not using
- Node.js 24 brings native features to improve developer experience, security, and reduce dependency overhead.
- Key features include TypeScript support for erasable syntax, promise-based standard packages, and built-in test runners.
- Node.js 24 introduces the --env-file flag to work with secrets stored in environment variables and eliminates the need for .env dependency.
- ESM support in Node.js 24 allows the use of ES6 import and export syntax for modules.
- Node.js now includes a built-in SQLite database module for interacting with SQLite databases without external libraries.
- The built-in debugger in Node.js enables easy debugging using Chrome DevTools Debugger by using --inspect or --inspect-brk flags.
- Node.js 24 introduces a native WebSocket client constructor, reducing reliance on external WebSocket libraries like ws or Socket.IO.
- Native support for AsyncLocalStorage improves maintenance of context across asynchronous operations in Node.js.
- The --watch flag in Node.js allows code reloading on every change without the need for external libraries.
- Node.js 24 features provide a glimpse into the evolving capabilities of the platform, but certain tools are still recommended for specific use cases.
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